How long does it take 1 BTU to heat 1 gallon of water?

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2026-08-15 00:05

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To heat 1 gallon of water by 1 degree Fahrenheit, it typically requires about 8.34 BTUs. Therefore, the time it takes for 1 BTU to heat 1 gallon of water would depend on the power of the heating source. If, for example, a heater provides 1 BTU per second, it would take approximately 8.34 seconds to raise the temperature of 1 gallon by 1 degree Fahrenheit.

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